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Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour'

Also Known As

  • Tagetes patula 'Legion of Honor'
  • Tagetes patula nana 'Legion of Honor'
  • Legion of Honor Marigold
  • Little Brownie

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour' plant details

Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze, orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze, orange and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant foliage, heirloom, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A favorite marigold of the turn of the century, when it was also called "Little Brownie", This great old summer standby is a long-flowering gem. A single flower form, gold with chestnut markings, and a compact bushy habit too.

Gardening facts about Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour' plant

How to Grow Tagetes erecta 'Legion of Honour'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Wildlife

    • bees
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